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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Feb. 12, 2024:
Marijuana market bill heads to final House vote
Reported by VPM News’ Jahd Khalil
As the House took up its version of the legislation, Republican delegates didn’t object to a legal retail market, but voiced concerns about localities’ ability to opt-out of retail sales.
Virginia keeps even basic police data secret
Reported by Sam Stecklow for VCIJ
Data the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services refuses to release consists of some of the most basic information about public employees: their names and where they’ve worked. Over 30 states make this information public
In other news:
- Richmond’s museums provide pathways to the past (Richmond Magazine)
- Attorneys for West Virginia governor want to block land auction to repay loans (The Associated Press)
- Charlottesville nearing contract agreements with union employees (The Daily Progress)*
In case you missed it:
- Senator says Virginia state superintendent Lisa Coons 'misled' Senate panel (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
